May 2026
Tue 5 May 2026
Virtual Learning Full Day Course
This engaging and informative one-day course will introduce you to the world of exporting and importing and focus on the terms and practices used through interactive exercises and activities. This will give you an insight into how goods are bought and sold worldwide.
Thu 7 May 2026
Virtual Learning Full-Day Course
The course aims to guide you to a higher standard of compliance with import and export legislation. After attending, delegates will leave with greater confidence in updating/reviewing existing procedures, talking to logistics providers, and explaining complicated issues in a simple way to other business areas.
Mon 11 May 2026
Technical Workshop
This advanced workshop will not only teach you how to create an export declaration on the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), but also provide you with the confidence to do so effectively. Each data element group will be thoroughly explained, with illustrative examples provided. Our technical advisors, with their extensive experience in multiple software solutions for CDS entries, will equip you with the practical knowledge to complete Customs export declarations.
Wed 13 May 2026
VL Full-Day Technical Workshop
This hands-on course covers essential customs valuation principles, focusing on the WTO Valuation Agreement and its application under UK law. Participants will learn the differences between intercompany pricing and customs valuation and how to calculate import values, including required cost additions and exclusions. Through practical exercises, attendees gain insights to ensure compliance and accuracy in valuing goods for customs, whether for sales, returns, temporary movements, or free-of-charge items.
Thu 14 May 2026
Focus On Half Day Course
This newly launched course is designed to meet the rising demand for specialised training in the export processes specific to food and drink products. It offers comprehensive guidance on navigating the complex regulatory landscape, including an in-depth look at the key regulatory bodies involved in the export process, their functions, and the specific requirements they impose on exporters in the food and drink sector.
Thu 14 May 2026
Virtual Learning Full Day Course
This core S&H training course is an excellent way to learn about importing. It is designed to provide participants with a practical understanding of essential topics, such as Customs procedures and the UK Trade Tariff, as well as implications for choosing the correct shipping term, paying duties and managing the logistics. The aim is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to streamline import operations and work effectively with internal departments and freight forwarders.
Thu 14 May 2026
VL Full-Day Technical Workshop
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Inward Processing (IP) and Outward Processing (OP), essential customs procedures that allow businesses to bring goods into the UK for processing, repair, or service without incurring unnecessary duties or VAT, especially when the ownership of goods being returned for repair, service or calibration are not yours. By using these special procedures correctly, businesses can significantly reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Thu 14 May 2026
Virtual Learning Full Day Course
This interactive training course is designed for companies in the Defence, High Technology, and Military sectors, focusing on navigating the complex US export controls. Participants will learn about the regulations under the EAR and ITAR, addressing compliance requirements for UK exporters. The course covers the necessary internal procedures to follow when exporting US-controlled goods, helping to avoid potential fines, penalties, and the risk of being denied the right to trade with the USA.
Mon 18 May 2026
VL Full-Day Technical Workshop
This practical session provides the necessary information for applying for individual licences and helps you determine when an open licence is suitable for specific movements or transfers of controlled items. The workshop is designed to instruct participants on using the UK export licensing system.
Tue 19 May 2026
Focus On Half Day Course
Since the UK departed from the EU, there has been a growing need to manage temporary movements of goods. If you're involved in sending or receiving items for purposes such as demonstration, exhibition, testing, or using professional equipment, the Passport for Goods may be worth considering. This half-day session will introduce you to the ATA Carnet Scheme, an international system designed for the temporary movement of goods.
Tue 19 May 2026
Focus On Half Day Course
This half-day session highlights the importance of understanding embargoes and sanctions, focusing on UK regulations and the growing sanctions on Russia. It reviews current financial sanctions managed by OFSI and the severe consequences of non-compliance, including fines, reputation loss, and criminal charges. The course emphasises the need for exporters to comply with embargoes and sanctions.
Wed 20 May 2026
Technical Workshop
This advanced workshop will not only teach you how to create an import declaration on the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), but also provide you with the confidence to do so effectively. Each data element group will be thoroughly explained, with illustrative examples provided. Our technical advisors, with their extensive experience in multiple software solutions for CDS entries, will equip you with the practical knowledge to complete Customs import declarations.
Thu 21 May 2026
Focus On Full Day Course
Importing food, drink, plant health products, POAO, and composite goods into the UK requires an awareness of the phytosanitary and pre-registration requirements. This full-day session will focus on what a trader needs to know to bring goods through customs and port health and meet other government department regulations, e.g., DEFRA. It will also demonstrate the pre-notification process on IPAFFS.
Tue 26 May 2026
Focus On Full Day Course
This full-day session focuses on dual-use regulations, a topic relevant to many industry sectors. With licences required for dual-use items moving between the UK and EU, the need to understand this topic has grown significantly. The controls are based on an item’s inherent capability, type of materials, or technical ability, affecting many industry sectors.
Thu 28 May 2026
VL Full-Day Technical Workshop
Engaging in global trade can expose companies to increased risks and costs, such as lost goods, unnecessary delays, and disputes. Clearly defining responsibilities within the supply chain can mitigate these issues, which is the purpose of the Incoterms® Rules that have been in place since 1936. However, Incoterms® are often misunderstood and misapplied. Ensure you are utilising them correctly by participating in our full-day interactive course.
June 2026
Tue 2 Jun 2026
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)
Stay informed and prepared by attending this Clinic, which will provide valuable insights and practical guidance on successfully navigating the evolving landscape of trading goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Thu 4 Jun 2026
Virtual Learning Full Day Course
This essential training course is designed for all exporters and importers who work with Letters of Credit (LC). Through practical exercises, participants will learn to handle this payment method effectively while reviewing alternative payment terms. The course focuses on managing bank requirements and preparing accurate documentation on time, helping businesses avoid costly delays and errors.
Mon 8 Jun 2026
Focus On Full Day Course
This course is designed to help traders prepare for HMRC audits, ensuring their understanding and compliance with customs regulations. It will cover essential procedural requirements and key areas of focus in audits, such as valuation, origin preference, VAT, evidence of export, the use of special procedures (IP/OP), and Returned Goods Relief (RGR). Delegates will leave with a practical checklist to support thorough preparation for HMRC’s customs audits.
9 - 10 Jun 2026
Two Day Technical Workshop
This popular workshop is aimed at anyone involved in international trade and customs compliance within a business. Whether from a management or administrative point of view, this course will illustrate how to promote a strong "compliance culture" throughout an organisation. It assists in understanding international regulations and how to establish performance metrics (KPIs). It covers classification, valuation, origin, duty minimisation schemes, licences, AEO, and audits.
Tue 9 Jun 2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)
Since the 30th of September 2023, the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism has been implemented on imports of certain carbon-intensive products into the EU. Understanding your responsibilities when sending CBAM goods to the EU can seem complicated.
Wed 10 Jun 2026
10:00 AM - 3:30 PM (5 hours 30 minutes)
The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is an advanced system designed to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of import and export entries. This new platform mandates that businesses provide additional and more detailed data for their transactions. The need for comprehensive information extends to all enterprises involved in international trade, ensuring that Customs processes are streamlined and compliant with current regulations.
Wed 10 Jun 2026
Focus On Full Day Course
This session is essential as the UK develops independent trade arrangements to boost imports and exports. It covers foundational concepts of FTAs and PTAs and examines their structure, purpose, and key elements, like rules of origin, with emphasis on the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA). This course empowers professionals to navigate international trade confidently and leverage FTAs for a competitive advantage.
Thu 11 Jun 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
The Advanced Food Tariff Classification course is a significant step in enhancing your professional skills and understanding the complexities involved in classifying food products. It aims to build on the foundation of knowledge gained from either the Tariff Classification Explained course or the Focus on Food Tariff Classification course to give the learner a deeper understanding of the topic.
Thu 11 Jun 2026
Virtual Learning Half Day Course
Whether at the start of your learning pathway or as a standalone training session, this course will equip you with the necessary knowledge to understand export licensing controls and how they work. Covering essential elements provides a solid foundation for understanding what goods, technology or software could be controlled and reviewing business-relevant areas in more detail.